Obion County

Obion County is an administrative county in northwestern Tennessee with Union City as its county seat and main commercial hub. The landscape includes farmland, forests, and waterways that shape the region's character.

The county was established on October 24, 1823, and took its name from the Obion River that flows through the area. This naming reflected the river's importance to early settlers who depended on waterways for transportation and resources.

Discovery Park of America in Union City displays collections about regional history, science, and technology in a hands-on way. The place tells stories about how people have lived and worked in this part of Tennessee.

Union City offers shops, restaurants, and public facilities that visitors can easily access when exploring the area. The town serves as a convenient base for discovering nearby communities and natural sites throughout the county.

Part of Reelfoot Lake extends into the county, a natural formation created by earthquakes in 1811 that supports a rich ecosystem for waterfowl. The lake draws people interested in watching birds and experiencing this unusual geological landscape.

Location: Tennessee

Inception: October 24, 1823

Capital city: Union City

Shares border with: Fulton County, Weakley County, Gibson County, Dyer County, Lake County, Hickman County

GPS coordinates: 36.36000,-89.15000

Latest update: December 7, 2025 19:28